North ridge from Nantlle up Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd: route map, distance and time
653 m · Snowdonia
A hard mountain walk to the summit from Nantlle public lane.
North ridge from Nantlle starts at about 105 m and gains 525 m over 3.9 km to 625 m on the track. The first kilometre climbs 2 m. The steepest kilometre is the one ending at 3 km, which climbs 233 m at an average of 23%, with a 500 m stretch from 2.6 km at about 27%. It keeps climbing at 18% to the top. About 34% of the way is steeper than 1 in 5, so expect hands-on-knees going and a slow descent.
North ridge from Nantlle at a glance
| Distance | 3.9 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 560 m |
| Climb on the track | 525 m up, 6 m down on the way |
| Start and top of the track | 102 m to 625 m (summit 653 m) |
| Steepest 500 m | About 27%, from 2.6 km |
| Steeper than 1 in 5 | 34% of the way |
| Time up | 1h 45m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 2h 30m, down the same way |
| Grade | Hard |
| Start | Nantlle public lane |
| Start grid reference | SH 513 527 |
| Summit grid reference | SH 535 514 |
| Parking | No checked car park for this start; find lawful parking nearby |
North ridge from Nantlle map
The track from the start (green) to the summit (blue), with a marker at each kilometre.
Height profile and getting to the start
Near the start
From OpenStreetMap, within 2 km. Check opening times before you rely on them.
Download the North ridge from Nantlle GPX
Ascent only: plan your way down. A planning track, not checked on the ground; it doesn't show safe scrambling moves. Track data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), heights from a terrain model.
North ridge from Nantlle kilometre by kilometre
Height, climb and average gradient for each kilometre of the track, with a grid reference at the end of each one to check your position on the map.
| At | Height | Climb | Gradient | Grid ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 km | 107 m | +2 m | 0% | SH 523 527 |
| 2 km | 231 m | +124 m | 12% | SH 523 524 |
| 3 km | 465 m | +233 m | 23% steep | SH 529 519 |
| 3.9 km | 625 m | +160 m | 18% | SH 535 513 |
How long North ridge from Nantlle takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 1h 25m | 2h 5m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 1h 45m | 2h 30m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 2h 5m | 3h 5m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 07:07, sunset 16:53. Start by 13:23 to be down before dark, allowing 2h 30m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 07:09, sunset 16:51. Start by 13:21 to be down before dark, allowing 2h 30m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd summit weather for this route
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About Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd
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Challenges that include Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd
More walks from Nantlle public lane
Routes in Peakify's guides that start within 500 m of this one, for another day from the same car park.
Other routes up Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd
| Route | Distance | Ascent | Time up | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nantlle Ridge from Rhyd Ddu | 3.6 km one way | 560 m | 1h 40m | Scramble |
| Nantlle Ridge from Nebo | 8.8 km one way | — | — | Scramble |
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at SH 513 527, the summit at SH 535 514), what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
North ridge from Nantlle: questions and answers
How far is North ridge from Nantlle?
North ridge from Nantlle is 3.9 km one way to the summit of Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, with 560 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 7.8 km.
How long does North ridge from Nantlle take?
About 1h 45m to the summit of Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd and 2h 30m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 3h 5m for the round trip.
How steep is North ridge from Nantlle?
The steepest 500 m averages about 27%, starting 2.6 km from the start, and 34% of the way is steeper than 1 in 5. North ridge from Nantlle climbs 525 m in all on the track.
Where do you park for North ridge from Nantlle?
North ridge from Nantlle starts from Nantlle public lane. The grid reference is SH 513 527. No checked car park for this start; find lawful parking nearby
Is North ridge from Nantlle suitable for beginners?
Not as a first mountain. Peakify grades it Hard: steep, rough ground where a slip matters. Build up on an easier route first.
What time should I start North ridge from Nantlle today?
By 13:23 at the latest. Sunset on Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd today is 16:53, North ridge from Nantlle takes about 2h 30m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for North ridge from Nantlle?
Yes. Download it from this page. It is an ascent-only planning track from the start to the summit, plotted on OpenStreetMap paths and not checked on the ground.